Line of Service

Tax

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Pensions

Management Level

Director

Job Description & Summary

PwC’s pension consulting practice specialises in developing long-term, cost-effective pension strategies, including defined benefit (DB) and defined contribution (DC) plans, to balance employer costs and member benefits. The team sits within PwC Private and provides financial planning and wealth management support to clients, and combines tax, investment and pension planning to deliver market leading solutions. We have a strong dynamic team committed to delivering innovative solutions to our diverse client base. Our clients are varied and include leading multinationals in the technology, pharma and financial services sectors through to Irish based Plcs, start-up's and growing private companies.

What we do:

We provide independent advice to both employers and individuals, to ensure that they are managing their pension arrangements effectively and efficiently. Whether you are an individual, a company or a Trustee board, our team focuses on delivering an honest, unbiased view of the pension and investment strategy that will work for you.

Our financial planning team works with clients to establish clearly defined financial objectives. We support people to develop a tailored structure and discipline around their financial affairs, and as they plan their savings and investments, retirement and family protection.

What does this role offer?

As a Director in the team, you will lead a dynamic and diverse team of problem solvers with extensive consulting experience, contribute significantly to creating a culture of collaboration and team-based learning while helping our clients implement pension and investment solutions from strategy to execution.

You'll lead complex and challenging assignments while building strategic relationships with a diverse client base. You’ll be expected to bring innovative ideas to clients while keeping abreast of the wider pension policy landscape. You will be market facing, driving business development initiatives across all industries and sectors. You’ll be expected to innovate to solve complex problems and collaborate to develop digital tools to help us maximize the client experience.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Responsible for the success of a challenging, evolving and varied portfolio of clients
Responsible for driving growth via business development initiatives. A successful candidate will have a proven track record of extensive market-based business development activities which enable them to build their profile in the market.
Proven track record of working collaboratively with teams across the wider practice. An ability to bring a cross functional mindset to client issues.
Responsible for building strong client relationships and demonstrating a clear desire to actively build wider PwC relationships.
A successful candidate will be responsible for contributing significantly to our team culture which is focused on collaboration, team based learning and real time feedback, support and coaching.
Lead by example in an environment where innovative thinking, curiosity and a self-led approach to learning are at the forefront of everything we do. It is critical that you maintain relevance in the marketplace.
Coach team members and drive the team to make a difference and deliver results in a responsible, authentic and passionate manner.
Design and lead training initiatives for the team, promoting a culture of continuous learning.
Support our digital transformation strategy. Digital innovation is a key part of our business and we challenge ourselves to embrace and leverage technology in how we provide solutions and advice to clients.
Set the tone in promoting risk management and compliance procedures.
Responsible for the financial aspects of projects including budgetary and time constraints.

About you – Key skills and competencies:

At least 10 years' experience in the Pension or Investment consulting space with at least 5 years of managerial experience. The ideal candidate would have spent the majority of their time on consulting projects.
Degree in accounting, economics, finance, international business, law or other relevant disciplines/areas.
Post-graduate degree or qualification with a strong academic record.
Excellent business acumen; ability to think commercially on projects and share industry insights with teams.
Ability to identify gaps in the market, undertake and lead business development activities.
Actively seeks market facing opportunities to build their profile in the market.
Proven track record of being responsible for multiple complex projects within budgetary and time constraints while consistently delivering a strong level of client satisfaction.
Proven track record of delivering year on year profitable growth for the business.
Expert at successfully leading multiple engagements across all attributes including coaching and training, technical disciplines and financial management.
Exceptional technical skills and a proven track record of maintaining relevance in an evolving marketplace.
Ability to move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail.
Ambitious – demonstrate strong commitment to personal self-directed learning and development, building market profile, seeking growth and progression opportunities.
Enthusiastic team player with a passion to coach, motivate and encourage others to achieve their potential. It is important to us that you recognise and reward the contribution of others and value the diversity of our team.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Unlock your potential with PwC Ireland

We believe that challenges are better solved together! We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of amazing teams encouraged to collaborate and innovate in a way that creates powerful solutions and makes a positive impact. This purpose-led work, and our continuous development and encouragement, will help unlock your potential and take your career to the next level.

Enjoy PwC’s perks

We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive employee benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at Life@PwC. (https://www.pwc.ie/careers-ie/life-at-pwc.html).

Being appreciated for being you

Our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We believe this so much that we have signed up for the Business in the Community Elevate Pledge. (https://www.bitc.ie/the-leaders-group-on-sustainability/inclusive-workplace-pledge/)

You can learn more about our culture of belonging and explore our range of inclusive programmes, initiatives, employee resource groups and more at www.pwc.ie.

Avoid the confidence gap; you do not have to match all the listed requirements exactly to apply, we’d love to hear from you!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please email us for more information.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Active Listening, Active Listening, Actuarial Analysis, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Benchmarking Studies, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Communications Planning, Communications Strategy, Compliance Oversight, Complying With Regulations, Creativity, Data Analytics, Data Processing, Data Visualization, Defined Benefit Pension Scheme, Defined Contribution Plans, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Advising, Financial Risk Management, Governance and Reporting, Inclusion {+ 40 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

Director - Pensions (Dublin)

Job Description